How much does a bus ticket from Boston to Richmond cost?

The bus ticket price from Boston to Richmond starts at R 1 107. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Boston to Richmond is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Boston to Richmond?

The average travel time between Boston and Richmond is around 13h 15m, although the fastest bus will take about 10h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 764 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Boston and Richmond?

The number of buses from Boston to Richmond can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 32 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Boston to Richmond by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Boston to Richmond?

When taking the bus from Boston to Richmond, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Boston to Richmond?

Buses travelling between Boston and Richmond leave from Back Bay Station or North Station and arrive at Main Street Station, Staples Mill Road, 8531 Fordson Rd.

Bus Boston to Richmond from R 1 069 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 14 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	20:55	Brookline	11h 15m	08:10	Henrico	CheapestFastest
	Bus	16:45	Boston (South Station)	12h 50m	05:35	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	18:15	Boston (South Station)	13h 15m	07:30	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	15h 45m	11:20	Henrico	No tags
	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	13h 40m	09:15	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	19:30	Boston (South Station)	12h 40m	08:10	Henrico	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	20h 20m	15:55	Richmond North (McDonalds Mechanicsville Tpk)	No tags
	Bus	21:50	Boston (South Station)	12h 40m	10:30	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 15 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	21:50	Boston (South Station)	12h 40m	10:30	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	Cheapest
	Bus	20:55	Brookline	11h 15m	08:10	Henrico	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	02:15	Boston (South Station)	15h 40m	17:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	10:15	Boston (South Station)	13h 25m	23:40	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	15:05	Boston (South Station)	12h 20m	03:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:20	Boston (South Station)	12h 40m	20:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	12:15	Boston (South Station)	12h 25m	00:40	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	16:45	Boston (South Station)	12h 50m	05:35	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	21:50	Boston (South Station)	12h 40m	10:30	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	Cheapest
	Bus	20:55	Brookline	11h 15m	08:10	Henrico	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	02:15	Boston (South Station)	15h 40m	17:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	10:15	Boston (South Station)	13h 25m	23:40	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	15:05	Boston (South Station)	12h 20m	03:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:20	Boston (South Station)	12h 40m	20:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	12:15	Boston (South Station)	12h 25m	00:40	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	16:45	Boston (South Station)	12h 50m	05:35	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	21:50	Boston (South Station)	12h 40m	10:30	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	Cheapest
	Bus	20:55	Brookline	11h 15m	08:10	Henrico	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:00	Boston (South Station)	11h 55m	17:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	15:05	Boston (South Station)	12h 20m	03:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	18:15	Boston (South Station)	13h 10m	07:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:20	Boston (South Station)	12h 40m	20:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	16:45	Boston (South Station)	12h 50m	05:35	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	10:15	Boston (South Station)	12h 50m	23:05	Henrico	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	21:50	Boston (South Station)	12h 40m	10:30	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	Cheapest
	Bus	20:55	Brookline	11h 15m	08:10	Henrico	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:20	Boston (South Station)	12h 40m	20:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	12:15	Boston (South Station)	14h 10m	02:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	15:05	Boston (South Station)	12h 20m	03:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:55	Boston (South Station)	12h 35m	21:30	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	16:45	Boston (South Station)	12h 50m	05:35	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	18:15	Boston (South Station)	13h 10m	07:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	19:30	Boston (South Station)	12h 40m	08:10	Henrico	Cheapest
	Bus	20:55	Brookline	11h 15m	08:10	Henrico	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:20	Boston (South Station)	12h 40m	20:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	12:45	Boston (South Station)	13h 40m	02:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	15:05	Boston (South Station)	12h 20m	03:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:55	Boston (South Station)	12h 35m	21:30	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	16:45	Boston (South Station)	12h 50m	05:35	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	17:30	Boston (South Station)	14h	07:30	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	01:30	Boston (South Station)	14h 25m	15:55	Richmond North (McDonalds Mechanicsville Tpk)	Cheapest
	Bus	20:55	Brookline	11h 15m	08:10	Henrico	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	02:15	Boston (South Station)	15h 40m	17:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	12:15	Boston (South Station)	12h 25m	00:40	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	15:05	Boston (South Station)	12h 20m	03:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:20	Boston (South Station)	12h 40m	20:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	16:45	Boston (South Station)	12h 50m	05:35	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	18:15	Boston (South Station)	13h 15m	07:30	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	01:30	Boston (South Station)	12h 45m	14:15	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	Cheapest
	Bus	20:55	Brookline	11h 15m	08:10	Henrico	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	02:15	Boston (South Station)	15h 40m	17:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	10:15	Boston (South Station)	13h 25m	23:40	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	15:05	Boston (South Station)	12h 20m	03:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:20	Boston (South Station)	12h 40m	20:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	12:15	Boston (South Station)	12h 25m	00:40	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	16:45	Boston (South Station)	12h 50m	05:35	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:59 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston to Richmond

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 13 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 107, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

32bus per day

13h 15mAverage duration

763 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 107 - R 4 085	Average duration13h 15m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 273 - R 11 935	Average duration11h 1m	CO₂ emissions 68kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 307 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 371 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Boston and Richmond?

Stops in Boston

A - Back Bay Station

B - North Station

C - South Station

D - Copley Square

E - Prudential MBTA Station

F - Copley MBTA Station

Stops in Richmond

A - Main Street Station

B - Staples Mill Road

C - 8531 Fordson Rd

D - VCU

E - 2828 W. Broad St.

F - Greyhound Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Richmond, VA, US by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Boston to Richmond cost?
The bus ticket price from Boston to Richmond starts at R 1 107. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Boston to Richmond is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Boston to Richmond?
The average travel time between Boston and Richmond is around 13h 15m, although the fastest bus will take about 10h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 764 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Boston and Richmond?
The number of buses from Boston to Richmond can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 32 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Boston to Richmond by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Boston to Richmond?
When taking the bus from Boston to Richmond, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Boston to Richmond?
Buses travelling between Boston and Richmond leave from Back Bay Station or North Station and arrive at Main Street Station, Staples Mill Road, 8531 Fordson Rd.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/11

R 1 910

13/11

R 1 910

Today

R 2 155

15/11

R 1 963

16/11

R 1 857

17/11

R 1 595

18/11

R 1 489

19/11

R 1 472

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 472

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Boston, MA, US to Richmond, VA, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 472 to R 3 399 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 472, which is on 2025-11-19.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.